Richard focuses his practice in litigation. He represents clients in products liability, business and commercial torts, premises liability, employment litigation, and general litigation. He has experience counselling clients in pre-litigation and investigation, developing case strategy, and drafting motions. Education University of Maryland School of Law, JD (2018) Editorial Board, Journal of Health Care Law and Policy Wilfrid Laurier University, BA, Sociology (2015) Admissions Maryland District of Columbia U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland Clerkships Judicial Law Clerk, the Honorable Daniel W. Powell, Circuit Court for Somerset County (2018 - 2019) Practice Areas Construction Asbestos Employment & Labor Commercial Litigation & Business Torts Premises Liability Products Liability - Consumer & Mechanical Products Liability - Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Toxic Torts Industries Insurance Manufacturing Construction Business Services
Mark’s education and work experience spans across three countries (Canada, United States, and the United Kingdom) and ranges from working in the public service sector, in house, to private practice. He has worked with financial institutions, multinational companies and international law firms. His background experience has been consistent and progressive within the practice areas of business law, family law, and immigration law. This allows him to work effectively across practice areas and industry groups to unpack complicated matters in order to find the most straightforward solutions for his clients. Mark prides himself on being goal and solution oriented and brings that approach to the firm. Every matter presents its own challenges and Mark is committed to overcoming them. His commitment is present from a client’s first contact to the conclusion of their respective matter. Whether it’s a contract review or a TN Visa, Mark is thorough every step of the way. Ultimately, Mark just wants to help. Born in Toronto, Canada to immigrant parents from Guyana, Mark was raised in a single parent household with three siblings, including a twin sister with Down Syndrome. Mark learned at a young age that we all must do our part to help and so helping others has always been a mantra of his. However, at a young age he acknowledged that part of helping others is putting yourself in a position to effectively do so. While he wanted (and still wants to) assist the community through various service initiatives (like the Special Olympics, for example), Mark also wanted to assist the community through the practice of law. As a result, he worked hard in school, became an Ontario Scholar from St. Francis Xavier Secondary School and went on to complete four degrees – receiving Dean’s List honors, holding positions of leadership and receiving Community Service awards along the way. Further, he is licensed in both Canada and the United States, ensuring that he can assist clients in both jurisdictions (Ontario and New York State, specifically). Today, he is able to effectively help the community through his fraternity, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and his multi-jurisdictional law practice. In his spare time, Mark enjoys life with his family, traveling, tennis, bowling, running and watching sports (specifically the Toronto Raptors and New England Patriots). Bar Admissions New York State Ontario Education Master of Laws (LL.M) – Florida International University: College of Law (Miami, USA) Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) – Oxford Brookes University (Oxford, UK) Master of Business Administration (MBA): Business Management – St. Thomas University: Gus Machado School of Business (Miami Gardens, USA) Bachelor of Arts (BA): Criminal Justice (Minors: Business Management and Sociology) – St. Thomas University (Miami Gardens, USA) Legal Practice Course (LPC) – University of Oxford (Oxford, UK) Law Practice Program (LPP) – Ryerson University (Toronto, Canada) Professional Memberships Canadian Bar Association New York State Bar Association American Bar Association Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, International Ontario Bar Association Toronto Lawyers Association New York City Bar Association Practice Areas Business Contract review Contract drafting Commercial Leases Residential Leases Distribution Agreements Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s) Operating Agreements Employment Agreements Service Agreements Company Formation (LLC, PLLC, etc) Articles of Organization Operating Agreement Employer Identification Number (EIN) Publication Services Certificate of Good Standing Breach of Contract Demand letters Litigation Immigration Family Based Immigration Adjustment of Status Student Visa TN Visa Family Divorce Modification of Child Support Modification of Custody Martial Settlement Agreement Temporary Protective Order Guardianships Mediation Notary Services New York Florida Ontario The Bobb Law Firm PLLC prides itself on being goal and solution
Gatluak is an Associate in the Lewis Brisbois's New York office and a member of the Medical Malpractice, Healthcare, Life Sciences, General Liability, Construction, and Toxic Tort & Environmental Litigation Practices.
Gatluak represents individual and institutional clients in complex and high exposure claims in the areas of medical malpractice, construction, products liability, toxic torts and environmental litigation and general liability. As part of the medical malpractice team in the firm’s NYC office, Gatluak represents individual healthcare providers, including physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners, in complex, high exposure claims in the area of medical malpractice.
Prior to joining Lewis Brisbois, Gatluak was an Assistant District Attorney for Bronx County and an attorney at a prominent New York law firm, where he defended doctors, teaching hospitals, health care systems and other medical professionals in complex litigation.
Gatluak was born in South Sudan and became a refugee at the age of 8. He was resettled from Ethiopia to Omaha Nebraska at 15 years old, where he learned to read, write and speak English. His passion for lifelong learning and solving complex problems led him to the practice of law.
He is a global education advocate and speaks to students, teachers, school administrators and policy makers about the transformative power of education.
Gatluak has been selected by the National Black Lawyers as Top 40 Under 40 in 2022 and 2023.
He received his B.S. from University of Nebraska at Omaha, cum laude, in 2015 and his J.D. from University of Nebraska College of Law in 2019 where he currently serves as College of Law Dean Advisory Board Member.
Gatluak speaks Thok Nath/Nuer (one of the most widely spoken languages in East Africa).